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One Pot Chicken Alfredo

One Pot Chicken Alfredo

The ultimate comfort food, One Pot Chicken Alfredo is a creamy, cheesy delight that's easy to whip up for a weeknight dinner. With tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a rich sauce, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings. Perfect for families or gatherings, you'll want to make this recipe tonight!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves minced garlic
  • 1/4 c all purpose flour
  • 2 c chicken broth
  • 2 c 2% milk
  • 1/2 tsp seasoned salt
  • 2 c bowtie pasta uncooked
  • 2 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 c freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Whisk
  • Grater
  • Large Pot
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Remove any fat from the chicken and cut into 1” cubes.
  2. Place 1 Tbsp olive oil and chicken pieces in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally until the chicken pieces are cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. Add the rest of the olive oil to skillet. Heat until warm and add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  4. Add in flour and briskly whisk until dough forms.
  5. Slowly add chicken broth while whisking vigorously. Whisk until smooth.
  6. Slowly add the milk while continuously whisking. Whisk in seasoned salt and pepper and allow to thicken over medium low heat.
  7. Stir in uncooked pasta, turn up heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover. Cook for 13-16 minutes, stirring occasionally or until pasta is cooked through.
  8. Cut cream cheese into bite size pieces. Stir into pasta along with Parmesan cheese. Add chicken and heat through.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve.

Notes

  • Storage: How to store leftovers: Place any leftover One Pot Chicken Alfredo in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.
  • Freezing: Can you freeze this? Yes, after cooling completely, transfer it to a freezer-safe container for future meals.
  • Pairing: What to serve with this? Complement it with a fresh side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
  • Variations: Get creative with your ingredients by adding vegetables or trying different pasta shapes.
  • Serving Suggestions: This dish is perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.